Word of the Day: Bob
When something “bobs,” it floats.
- This is a bobber. You use a bobber while you are fishing. It bobs in the water and lets you know when a fish has taken your bait.
- When something bobs in the water, it moves up and down with the movement of the waves.
- The birds bobbed in the water.
You can also use the word “bob” for an activity that traditionally happens during parties celebrated in the fall or around Halloween.
- They’re bobbing for apples.
- It’s fun to bob for apples, but it’s very difficult.
- When bobbing for apples, you can only use your mouth to grab the apples out of the water. You can’t use your hands.
Essential English Dictionary
Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with B page to see the list of all words starting with letter B. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.
